Boninite and Metapelite Definition

Definition of Boninite and Metapelite

The general Boninite and Metapelite definition can be stated as: Boninite is a mafic extrusive rock which is high in magnesium and silica content, formed in fore-arc environments, typically during the early stages of subduction. On the other hand, Metapelite is an old and currently not widely used field geological term for a clay rich fine-grained clastic sediment or sedimentary rock, i.e. mud or a mudstone. Along with definition of Boninite and Metapelite, get to know about Properties of Boninite and Metapelite. Get to know more information about Boninite and Metapelite origin and discoverer, etymology and class.

History of Boninite and Metapelite

The history of Boninite and Metapelite gives information about where the rock was found and who was its discoverer. Almost each and every aspect of Earth's history is recorded in rocks be it the volcanoes which were erupted or the plants, animals and organisms which are now extinct, as rocks are present from millions of years.

Boninite and Metapelite Origin and Discoverer

Boninite and Metapelite definition gives us a brief idea about the two rocks. In some cases, the definition also gives summary about the Formation of Boninite and Metapelite. In this section, you will know about Boninite and Metapelite Origin and Discoverer. Origin of Boninite is Japan whereas Origin of Metapelite is Unknown. It is interesting to know the name of Boninite and Metapelite discoverer. The discoverer of Boninite and Metapelite are Unknown.

Etymology of Boninite and Metapelite

Along with Boninite and Metapelite definition, know more about the etymology of Boninite and Metapelite. Etymology of Boninite and Metapelite gives information about origin and formation of a particular rock. Know more about Formation of Boninite and Formation of Metapelite. The etymology of Boninite is From its occurrence in the Izu-Bonin arc south of Japan while that of Metapelite is From its occurrence in the Izu-Bonin arc south of Japan. The process of formation of rocks defines the class of rock. All the rocks in a class are formed by similar processes. Boninite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Metapelite belongs to Metamorphic Rocks. The sub-class, group and other categories of Boninite and Metapelite are listed below.

For Boninite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Hard Rock
• Group: Volcanic
• Other Categories: Fine grained rock and Opaque rock

For Metapelite,

• Sub-class: Durable Rock and Medium Hardness Rock
• Group: Not applicable
• Other Categories: Coarse grained rock, Fine grained rock, Medium grained rock and Opaque rock